View Vacancy - Education Programme Manager

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The CSSF team in British Embassy Cairo is seeking an Education Programme Manager grade B3 (L) to start as soon as possible.

Main purpose of the job:

Based in the British Embassy’s Education Team, you will lead on delivering a number of projects supporting Egypt’s education reforms. You will work closely with the Head of the Education Programme to deliver impact across the Embassy’s education work.    

Working closely with the First Secretary Education and Head of the Education Programme, you will lead on a number of exciting projects, and play a key part in the UK’s overall support to education reform in Egypt.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Professionally manage a number of technical assistance projects, including maximisingstrategic impact; monitoring and evaluation; robust financial and risk management; relationship management; regular reporting; and problem-solving
  • Support the Head of Education Programmes to deliver our flagship project with UNICEF, as required
  • Lead on inward visits (to Egypt) and outward visits (to the UK) to promote bilateral cooperation on education
  • Manage effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders (e.g. government, education sector, international community, and development partners)
  • Provide insights and advice on the education sector, including on the scope for new projects
  • Represent the Embassy externally in meetings and events. 

Key Competencies: 

  • Collaborating and Partnering - People skilled in this area are team players who create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the Civil Service to help get business done.
  • Delivering Value for Money – Involves the efficient, effective and economic use of taxpayers’ money in the delivery of public services. For all staff, it means seeking out and implementing solutions which achieve the best mix of quality, and effectiveness for the least outlay.
  • Delivering at Pace – Effectiveness in this area means focusing on delivering timely performance with energy and taking responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes.
  • Making Effective Decisions - Effectiveness in this area is about being objective; using sound judgment, evidence and knowledge to provide accurate, expert and professional advice. It means showing clarity of thought, setting priorities, analysing and using evidence to evaluate options before arriving at well-reasoned justifiable decisions.
  • Understanding of Egyptian politics and society, with a particular focus on the education system and reform agenda
  • Minimum two years’ experience of successfully delivering programmes/projects in an international context
  • High level of organisation, and experience of working in a diverse, high-performing environment
  • Proven ability to take the lead on an area of work, with a track record as a team player, ready to help colleagues and share knowledge
  • Strong interpersonal skills and experience of establishing productive relationships with stakeholders
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills are required to deliver projects/programmes in a dynamic environment
  • Experience of financial management
  • Experience of working with/for bilateral or multilateral donors
  • Experience of working with gender and disability programmes
29 July 2019
Executive Officer (EO)
Full-time, Temporary
36
Middle East & North Africa
Egypt
Cairo
British Embassy
1
USD
1,343.81
1 September 2019

Remuneration:

The position is B3 (L) and the Gross Salary is USD 1,343.81 per month subject to insurance and tax as per the usual regulations based on a 36 hours per week. We offer a competitive package including medical benefits, performance related bonus, recreational facilities, opportunities for job related training & development, etc. This is a full time, temporary contract for 3 months with a possibility of extension to 6 months.

No accommodation and relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.

Eligibility:

Applicants must have the right to work and live in Egypt.

How to Apply: 


    The closing date for applications is 23:55 (Local Time) 29 July 2019.

    Please note that incomplete applications or applications received after the stated deadline will not be taken into consideration. 

    Due to the large amount of applications, we receive only those shortlisted for the interview will be contacted.

    The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.

    Personal data collected will be treated in strictest confidence under the terms of the UK Data Protection Act and used for recruitment purposes only.

     

    The British Embassy Cairo is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staffs recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to Terms and Conditions of service according to local Egypt employment law.

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    This opportunity is closed to applications.